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THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
General Purpose and Administration Committee
February 20, 1995
Minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose
and Administration Committee held on Monday,
February 20, 1995 at 9:30 a.m., in the Council Chambers.
ROLL CALL
Present Were:
Mayor D. Hamre
Councillor A. Dreslinski
Councillor M. Novak
Councillor J. O'Toole
Councillor P. Pingle
Councillor D. Scott
Absent:
Councillor L. Hannah (on Regional business)
Also Present:
Chief Administrative Officer, W. Stockwell
Manager of Engineering, Public Works, T. Cannella
Director of Community Services, J. Caruana
Fire Chief, M. Creighton
Economic Development Officer, T. Letts (until 11 :55 a.m.)
Treasurer, M. Marano
Director of Planning and Development, F. Wu
Deputy Clerk, M. Knight
Mayor Hamre chaired this portion of the meeting.
Mayor Hamre requested that one minute of silence be observed in memory of the
late Yvonne Christie, Regional Councillor, who spent many years of her life
dedicated to serving her constituents.
MINUTES
Resolution #GPA-79-95
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the minutes of a regular meeting of the General Purpose and
Administration Committee held on February 6, 1995, be approved.
"CARRIED"
Mayor Hamre congratulated Councillor J. O'Toole on winning the Progressive
Conservative Nomination.
DELEGATIONS
(a)
Hugh Nind, 46 Division Street, Bowmanville, L1C 2Z6 - reo Report
PD-20-95 - has been a resident of the property which backs onto and
abuts the subject property for 22 years. He expressed concerns pertaining
to the following:
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- the shadowing effect from the building
- his property being "boxed in"
- invasion of his privacy
- ramp to indoor parking; and
- removal of the trees along lot line.
(b) Kim Lund and Benjamin Fuller, 106 Wellington Street, Bowmanville,
L lC 1V9 - re: Report PD-20-95 - circulated a petition containing
approximately 26 signatures of home owners in the surrounding area who
noted the following areas of concern:
- accuracy and integrity issues
- proposed tenant complement
- proposed rent structure - ratio of market value/rent geared to income
- the high number of two bedroom units
- parking
- maintenance of the building
- traffic; and
- noise.
(c)
Steve Wilson, 72 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, L 1C 3A9 - Report
PD-20-95 - circulated a petition containing approximately 21 signatures of
residents residing in close proximity of the project. He advised Members
of the Committee that he is not opposed to the project but wished to
express the residents' areas of concern which include:
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- the mixed ratio of tenants
- inadequate parking space
- additional demands on existing infrastructure - water and roads
- the development might necessitate upgrading and widening of
Wellington and Temperance Streets; and
- future operational and maintenance funding
Mr. Wi Ison advised that he has visited four projects of the Durham
Cooperative Housing and finds it to be a very credible organization with
a good reputation and good management.
Mr. Hugh Laing, 68 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, L 1 C 3A9 - Report
PD-20-95 - forwarded correspondence wherein he expressed concern
pertaining to the "Bowmanville Seniors and Singles Project". He noted
that he was under the impression that this was a Seniors' only building.
He articulated concern pertaining to traffic, parking and water systems.
(d)
Mavis Carlton, R.R. #2, Group 2, 80x 14, Bowmanville, L 1C 3K3 -
Report PD-20-95 - circulated correspondence dated February 20, 1995,
wherein she advised that she is in favour of providing a Seniors' Activity
Centre in the main central area. As a member of the Older Adults Centre
Committee she advised that there are more than 260 members and the
Moovin' and Groovin' group has over 250 members involved in their
exercise programs using local church halls for which they are required to
pay and the Lions Centre facility where there is limited availability of
time, space and storage.
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She noted that extending the activities for seniors will help keep the
downtown area populated and alive and assist in maintaining a vibrant
downtown area, thus encouraging other business and services to locate
there.
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Don Welsh, R.R. #4, 4280 Mearns Avenue, Bowmanville, L 1C 3K5 -
Report PD-20-95 - informed Members of the Committee that the Seniors'
Centre feasibility study clearly demonstrates that there will be over
13,000 seniors in the municipality by the year 2000. He spoke in favour
of the approval of the rezoning and site plan application made by
1100719 Ontario Inc. He introduced Ms. Michelle Rypstra of the
Durham Non Profit Housing Corporation, 28A Albert Street, Oshawa,
L1H 8S5 and Mr. Suresh Singh, 1100719 Ontario Limited,
9 Woodlawn Avenue East, Toronto, M4T 1 B9. Ms. Rypstra made the
following comments:
- Provincial legislation is such that rental space cannot be restricted
only for the seniors use but Durham Non Profit Housing Corporation
will prioritize
- a market survey dictates the rental amounts
- agencies have commented that there is adequate capacity for water
- the Ontario Non Profit Housing Corporation negotiates a 35 year
agreement with the Province pertaining to future operating and
maintenance dollars. This agreement is honoured by all governments
- the architectural integrity of the area will be maintained
- to address Mr. Nind's concerns, the original location of the building
has been moved three metres west to alleviate the shadowing effect,
additional foliage and venetian blinds on the windows facing his
property will be installed.
Mr. Singh advised that the prior appl ication approved consisted of an
apartment building and commercial space on the first floor which would
have had a much more negative impact on the existing infrastructure.
Resolution #GPA-80-95
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the Committee recess for 10 minutes.
"CARRIED"
The meeting reconvened at 10:25 a.m.
Councillor Novak made a declaration of interest with respect to
Delegations (I), (g) and (h) - Report PD-17-95; vacated her chair and
refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter. Councillor
Novak resides in the area.
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(I) Stan Rackansky on behalf of Friends of the Farewell, 3200 Hancock
Road, Courtice, L 1E 2M1 - circulated correspondence dated
February 20, 1995, which states that this land "is an integral part of the
whole North Courtice Area belonging to the most environmentally
sensitive land in the whole of Durham Region and, as such, it can't be
taken out of this unit without proper environmental assessment." He
informed Members of the Committee that Farewell Creek is a cold water
creek supplied predominantly by ground water. The CLOCA map of the
Regional environmental sensitivity reflects the fact that the Courtice North
Area has a very shallow water table. The Courtice North Area serves as a
natural east-west link for wildlife habitat. He requested that a watershed
andlor environmental assessment study be conducted on the entire North
Courtice Area before approval is given for the development of any parcel
of land.
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Henry Alexander, 3590 Trulls Road, Courtice, L 1E 2L2 - requested that
this application be put on hold until such time as the boundary issues
pertaining to notice of Application #91086-40 to the Land Titles Act are
settled. He has lived in the area for 22 years and his 9' deep well
generates a steady supply of water. He requested that the well
interference policy be made a condition of the draft plan of subdivision if
this application is approved. He cautioned Members of the Committee
that what is approved west of Trulls Road will create a precedent for the
east side of Trulls Road. He suggested that street lights be installed on
the west side of Trulls Road from George Reynolds Drive to Pebblestone
Road if approval is given to this application.
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(h) David Greenspan, QC, Thompson Rogers, Barrister and Solicitors,
390 Bay Street, Suite 3100, Toronto, M5H 1W2 and W.D. Manson,
W.D.M. Consultants, 20 Clematis Road, Willowdale, M2j 4X2 -
circulated correspondence dated February 17, 1995, which addressed the
contents of Report PD-17-95 and requested the following:
1. that Recommendation 1 of the report be approved; and
2. that Recommendations 2 and 3 not be approved.
Resolution #GPA-81-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT the Committee recess for lunch for 1 hour.
"CARRIED"
The meeting reconvened at 1 :00 p.m.
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PUBLIC MEETINGS
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Councillor Dreslinski chaired this portion of the meeting.
Pursuant to Section 34, Subsection 12 of the Planning Act, the Municipality of
Clarington Council, through its General Purpose and Administration Committee, is
holding a Public Meeting for the following rezoning applications:
(a) Proposed Zoning Amendment - Part Lot 19, Concession 2, Township of
Clarke - 917859 Ontario Inc.; and
(b) Proposed Zoning Amendment - Part Lots 26 and 27, Concession 1,
Village of Newcastle - Victoria Woods Development Corporation Inc.
Before proceeding with this matter, the Chairman asked the Deputy Clerk to
advise on the manner of notice.
The Deputy Clerk advised that public notices for the rezoning applications were
sent by first class mail on or before January 20,1995 to all property owners
within 120 metres of the subject properties in accordance with the last municipal
assessment record. In addition, notices were posted on sites prior to
january 20, 1995. This notice procedure is in compliance to Ontario Regulation
404/83.
The Chairman announced that the Director of Planning and Development would
describe the purpose and effect of the proposed amendments, then the objectors
would be heard, followed by the supporters and the applicant.
(a) Report PD-12-95 - 917B59 Ontario Inc. - the purpose and effect of the
application is to permit the development of a 21 lot estate residential Plan
of Subdivision.
No one spoke in opposition to or in support of this application.
Keith Allin, 192 Glencairn, Toronto, M4R 1N2 - appeared on behalf of
members of his family who are shareholders in the company and advised
that he is aware of no resident of the area being opposed to this project.
He is prepared to adhere to all of the municipality's requirements.
(b) Report PD-13-95 - Victoria Woods Development Corporation Inc. - the
purpose and effect of the application is to permit the development of a
Plan of Subdivision consisting of 210 single family dwelling units, 180
semi-detached dwelling units, 80 street townhouse units, 36 block
townhouse units, a park block and 6 future reserve lots for a total of 514
units.
Eugene VanDerWalker, Newcastle Trailer Park, 623 King Street East,
Newcastle, L 1B 1K7 - advised that he owns the trailer park located to the
east of the proposed development. He made the following points:
- he is opposed to the increased density
- he requested that the 6' board vertical fence which he installed be
extended to the creek to stop trespassing of the environmentally
protected lands
- because of the 20' elevation difference and the fact that the area
is subject to flooding, h~ re~)Jested that improved drainage be installed
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- he requested that the developer be required to clean up the dump site at
the foot of Arthur Street in Farewell Creek; and
- he suggested that access should not be made to the site from the
slope on Highway #2 as this could cause hazardous traffic conditions.
Len Seccord, Unit 15, Newcastle Trail Park, 623 King Street East,
Newcastle, L 1 B 1 K7 - is worried that, if the topsoi I is removed dirt and
dust will be blowing into the trailers in the trailer park.
Charlotte Vachon, 287 Beaver Street, Newcastle, L18 1 C3 - stated that
the proposed development is located directly behind her property. She
articulated concerns pertaining to:
- a lack of recreation programs for the youths, higher crime rate and a
lack of police enforcement
- there is only a volunteer fire department in this area
- parki ng
- traffic
- she would like the installation of a higher and sturdier fence than the
proposed chain link fence
Board of Directors, Newcastle Lodge for Senior and Family Dwellings,
Hi5 King Street East, Newcastle, L 1B 1L5, in a letter dated
February 15, 1995, requested the following:
1. the installation of a 10' privacy fence around the entire property
2. that any new resident be made aware that Newcastle Lodge has
installed extra bright lights which are on all night in the parking area;
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3. Newcastle Lodge has no objection to the project as long as single
detached houses with no walkouts are constructed on the lands
abutting their property. They would object if townhouses are placed
there.
R.j. Radcliffe, 295 King Street East, Newcastle, L1B 1H4, in a letter dated
February 20, 1995, expressed concerns pertaining to loss of privacy, an
increase in grading levels from the original ground level, height of new
homes, increased density of housing and increase in traffic.
Carlos Conforti, 1009 Logan Avenue, Toronto, M4K 3E6 - advised that
he owns a 20 acres parcel of land adjacent to the site of the proposed
development and expressed support for the application.
Nancy Shoemaker, 8lack, Shoemaker, Robinson and Donaldson Limited,
351 S"eedvale Avenue West, Quelph, N1 H 1C6 - advised that this
application already has draft approval for 300 units. The applicant is
working with the Conservation Authorities, school boards and municipal
staff to adhere to all of the requirements. The applicant will work with
the neighbours with regards to fencing the environmentally protected
area. There is no intention on the applicant's part to fill the
environmentally protected area. The debris at the end of Arthur Street
will be removed. No access is proposed from the sloping section of
Highway #2 onto this site. N2 crossing of the creek is proposed in this
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PUBLIC MEETINGS CONT'D
The Chairman announced that all persons wishing further notice when these
applications are to be dealt with by the Committee in subsequent meetings,
should leave their name and address with the Clerk's Department.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Rezoning Application
and Proposed Plan
of Subdivision
917859 Ontario Inc.
Part Lot 19,
Concession 2/
former Township
of Clarke
D14.DEV.90.012
Proposed Zoning
Amendment and
Proposed
Revisions to
Draft Approval
Victoria Woods
Corp. I nc., Part
Lots 26 & 27
Concession 1/ former
Village of Newcastle
D14.DEV,94.059
Proposed Plan
of Subdivision
Richard H. Gay
Holdings Ltd.
Part Lots 29 &
3D, Concession 2
former Township
of Darlington
D12.18T.88060
Resolution #GPA-82-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report PD-12-95 be received;
THAT the zoning amendment application and the proposed Plan of Subdivision
be referred back to Staff for further processing and the preparation of a subsequent
report following the receipt of all outstanding comments; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-12-95 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resol ution #GPA-83-95
Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report PD-13-95 be received;
THAT the zoning amendment application and the requested revisions to the draft
approved Plan of Subdivision 18T-88061 be referred back to Staff for further
processing and the preparation of a subsequent report following the receipt of the
outstanding agency comments; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-13-95 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-84-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report PD-14-95 be received;
THAT the application for a proposed Plan of Subdivision submitted by
G.M. Sernas & Associates Ltd on behalf of Richard H. Gay Holdings Ltd. be
approved subject to the conditions contained in Attachment No.1 to Report
PD-14-95;
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized, by by-law, to execute a Subdivision
Agreement between the owner and the Municipality of Clarington at such time as
the subdivision agreement has been finalized to the satisfaction of the Director of
Public Works and the Director of Planning and Development;
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT CONT'D
Requirement for
Agreement as a
Condition of
Approval for
Minor Variances
A09.5756.PL
Proposed Amendment
to Comprehensive
Zoning By-law
84-63 with Respect
to the Definition
of Fairground
D14.DEV.95.004
Rezoning and Site
Plan Appl ication
1100719 Ontario Inc.
Part Lot 12,
Concession 1, former
Town of Bowmanville
D14.DEV.94-063
THAT the "H" - Holding Symbol be removed by by-law at such time as the
applicant has entered into a subdivision agreement with the Municipality;
THAT a copy of Report PD-14-95 and Council's decision be forwarded to the
Region of Durham Planning Department; and
THAT all interested parties listed in Report PD-14-95 and any delegation be
advised of Council's decision.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-85-95
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Mayor Hamre
THAT Report PD-15-9S be received; and
THAT the by-law attached to Report PD-15-95 be approved authorizing the Mayor
and Clerk to execute agreements imposed as a condition on the granting of minor
variances pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-86-95
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor O'Toole
THAT Report PD-16-95 be received; and
THAT Staff be authorized, pursuant to the requirements of the Planning Act, to
place an advertisement in the local newspapers advising the general public of the
date and time of a public meeting to be held to consider a proposed amendment
to the Municipality's Comprehensive Zoning By-law with respect to the definition
of "fairground".
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-87-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report PD-20-95 be tabled to the Council Meeting scheduled for
February 27, 1995 to ensure that the concerns of the area residents are addressed.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak made a declaration of interest with respect to Report PD-17-95;
vacated her chair and refrained from discussion and voting on the subject matter.
Councillor Novak resides in the area.
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT CONT'D
Deferral No.6 to
the 1991 Durham
Regional Official
Plan, Proposed
Farewell Creek
Neighbourhood
D09.0PA.93.002
Status Report
Waterfront Trail
D09.
Month Iy Report on
Building Permit
Activity for
january 1995
Pl0.4984.BU
CLERK'S DEPARTMENT
Parking Enforcement
Monthly Report
for Month of
January, 1995
T02.5193.PA
TREASURY DEPARTMENT
Pre-Budget
Tendering - 1995
Budget Road
Construction
F18.5943.QU
Resolution #GPA-88-95
Moved by Mayor Hamre, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report PD-17-95 be tabled to the General Purpose and Administration
Committee Meeting scheduled for March 6, 1995.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-89-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report PD-18-95 be received; and
THAT the volunteers from the Darlington Generating Station be thanked for
constructing a section of the waterfront trai I through the Station lands.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-90-95
Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report PD-19-95 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Pingle chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution #GPA-91-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report CD-8-95 be received for information; and
THAT a copy of Report CD-8-95 be forwarded to the Bowmanville B.I.A. for their
information.
"CARRIED"
Councillor Novak chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resolution #GPA-92-95
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report TR-8-95 be received;
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TREASURY DEPARTMENT CONT'D
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Monthly Fire
Report-
January 1995
Cl1.FD
THAT approval be given to proceed with the following prebudget tendering as
identified below:
PROJECT
ESTIMATED
COST
ESTIMATED
COST
Road Construction
Basel i ne Road 40 M
west of Marti n Road
to Martin Road
$615,000.00
Reserve Funds $507,895
Devel. Charge P.W.
Normal Subsidy $ 53,553
Tax Levy $ 53,552
Sidewalk Construction $320,000.00
- Hwy. #2 (from Reg.
Rd. 57 to Bowmanville
Creek)
Reserve Funds
P.W. Lot Levy $120,000
MTO Contrib. $200,000
"CARRIED"
Councillor Scott chaired this portion of the meeting.
Resol ution #GPA-93-95
Moved by Councillor Dreslinski, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT Report FD-3-95 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Councillor Dreslinski chaired this portion of the meeting.
Animal Control
Month Iy Report
for Month of
January, 1995
P14.6021.MO
Garnet B. Rickard
Recreation Complex
Canada/Ontario
Infrastructure
Works Program
A19.GA
Resolution #GPA-94-95
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor O'Toole
THAT Report CS-05-95 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-95-95
Moved by Councillor Pingle, seconded by Councillor Scott
THAT Report No. CS-06-95 be received;
THAT the Concept Plan for the Rickard Recreation Complex landscaping project
be approved; and
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COMMUNITY SERVICE DEPARTMENT CONT'D
THAT Council authorize staff to proceed with the tender call for this project.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
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ADMINISTRATION
Organ izational
Review:
Community Services
Department
A15.0F
Economic Dev.
Activity Update
D02.5T
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
OTHER BUSINESS
Niagara Falls
Review - Ontario
Winter Games
Souvenir Addition
No reports were considered under this section of the Agenda.
Resolution #GPA-96-95
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report ADMIN-3-95 be received;
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer, along with the appropriate Staff, be
authorized to conduct a review of the organizational structure of the Community
Services Department and the existing and future service requirements currently
supported by the Department; and
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer report back with recommendations on the
above.
"CARRIED"
Resol uti on #GPA-97-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT Report ADMIN-4-95 be received for information.
"CARRIED"
Resolution #GPA-98-95
Moved by Councillor O'Toole, seconded by Councillor Novak
THAT the correspondence dated February 9,1995, from Niagara Falls Review
pertaining to the Municipality placing an advertisement in the Ontario Winter
Games Souvenir Edition, be received for information.
"CARRIED"
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Resolution #GPA-99-95
Moved by Councillor Novak, seconded by Councillor Pingle
THAT the meeting adjourn at 3:35 p.m.
"CARRIED"
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